What is incontinence surgery?

Have you ever had a little too much to drink and ended up tinkling in your pants? Or maybe you sneezed a bit too hard and before you knew it, whoopsie-daisy there goes your bladder control. Don’t worry, because we’ve all been there. But for some people, this happens more often than not, leaving them feeling embarrassed and ashamed. That’s where incontinence surgery comes into play – as the solution for those uncomfortable situations that keeps happening.

Understanding Urinary Incontinence

Before diving deep into what exactly incontinence surgery entails, let’s first get an understanding of what urinary incontinence actually means.
Urinary incontinence (UI) refers to the involuntary leakage of urine caused by weakened pelvic muscles or nerves controlling urination due to age or other factors such as obesity or childbirth complications.

In simpler terms: pee-pants syndrome.

Yes folks- Unfortunately while we roam around insulting ourselves with phrases like “Can’t hold my liquor” but really most times our lovely ‘Lil Bladder is just a weak link that can’t be helped without medical intervention.

When Do You Need Surgery?

While UI can occur at any given moment during someone’s life span , doctors generally suggest non-surgical methods before considering surgery:
Kegel exercises
Biofeedback therapy
Medications
muscle relaxers
hormone replacement therapies
However if these remedies don’t succeed within several months; then surgical options are considered.

Surgical Options Available

Now for the exciting part! There are numerous types of surgeries available depending on individual health conditions since every case differs from one person to another:
1.Sling Procedures
1.Tension-free vaginal tape procedure(TVT)
2.Single-incision sling procedures
TVT SECG &TVT .Abbrevo
2.Bladder Neck Suspension Procedures
3.Anterior vaginal repair (urethropexy)
4.Burch colposuspension
Pubovaginal Slings
i.Retropubic sling procedure.
ii.Transobturator mid-urethral sling(TOT).
iii.Adjustable mini-sling systems.

Just wow right? Most people only dream of having so many options even when it comes to dinner!

In case ‘Sling procedures’ need further explanation here are the top three:

Tension-Free Vaginal Tape Procedure(TVT) : A Modern Solution

Don’t get too hyped up about TVT because we don’t mean that sleek device you’re currently browsing social media with. Although who knows in a couple years your phone might have the ability to perform surgery , stranger things have happened!

TVT is one of the most common surgeries designed for female patients with Stress Urinary Incontinence(SUI). The surgeon usually makes either two small incisions or single-incision, just above each hip or one at the belly button and creates an opening below their urethra, where a synthetic tape is inserted.

Burch Colposuspension – What Is It?

(We know very well these fancy names give us all serious goose bumps.)

However for those few curious fellas here’s what it’s all about-
The concept behind this surgery includes sewing certain body structures including bladder onto tailbone for support.It’s quite similar to abdominal sacrocolpopexy except Burch typically works through smaller incisions rather than larger ones . This technique has been around since ages but remains as one of more sought after surgical methods due largely due its high rate of success compared to other techniques .

Pubovaginal Slings

Interesting name isn’t it? No guys not like “pub drinks” slings!

The ‘anterior vaginal repair’ and the Burch colposuspension can be combined to make up what is known as a Pubovaginal sling(Used more for severe cases).

With pubovaginal slings; a small strip of body tissue or synthetic mesh material replaces/ supports urethra muscles by forming the sling.

One might think having surgery would be somewhat risky, but with advances in technology and reliable surgical methods there’s no need to stress over failed outcomes .

During this time taking some matters into own hands may give great results too.
1.Exercise: This varies depending on ones situation so it is best recommended that an individual performs stretches according to doctor’s recommendations .
2.Changing food habits: We all love chocolate cake but sometimes you gotta swap it over for whole grains, fruits, vegetables . Even when we need to do bladder training.
3.Minimising Stress:Urinary Incontinence often occurs due weakened pelvic floor muscles caused by age or anxiety.Controlling potential factors adding onto mental pressure can help bring effectiveness too.

Risks And Precautions

As with any medical intervention or treatment one should always remain cautious while considering such. The right surgeon along with thorough precautions observed reduces fears regarding dangers related with surgeries related risks:
infection
irregular urination
scarring
urinary retention after surgery

Keep in mind ,Your safety comes first.

So getting back down though most people never wanna hear these words– “surgery” —It isn’t really something anyone needs to worry about when considering UI treatements especially when solutions are available through skilled health professionals guide at every step.

Now we’re hoping our quirky sense of humour helped alleviate any discomfort experienced till now talking about serious topics like Urinary incontinence because who knew pee-related issues could even evoke laughter? Not everyone knows turns out! Nonetheless if someone ever wants understanding factually without beating around bushes incontinent surgery is a great option that’s proving to be helpful by making necessary changes for such conditions!

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